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To join the online sessions for this module, please click on the button below. If you are not already signed in to your Zoom account, you will be prompted to register your attendance. You will also need to enter the password provided below.
Meeting ID: 875 4834 3678
Passcode: 273700
Please ensure that your name and surname appear as registered for the study programme, as this is essential for recording your attendance.
Lecture Schedule & Notes
Lecture notes will be available during the week following the respective lecture. Schedule dates are indicative and may change. All changes, if any, may be communicated via email, SMS or telephone calls.
| Lecture | Date | Time | Presentation | Notes (If Any) | Session Recording |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture 01 | 6 October 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | Presentation 01 | Request | |
| Lecture 02 | 13 October 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | Presentation 02 | Request | |
| Lecture 03 | 20 October 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | Presentation 03 | Request | |
| Lecture 04 | 27 October 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | Presentation 04 | Request | |
| Lecture 05 | 3 November 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 06 | 10 November 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 07 | 17 November 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 08 | 24 November 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 09 | 1 December 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 10 | 15 December 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 11 | 5 January 2027 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 12 | 12 January 2027 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 13 | 19 January 2027 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 14 | 26 January 2027 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 15 | 2 February 2027 | 17:30 to 20:00hrs | |||
| Lecture 16 | 9 February 2027 | ||||
| Quiz | 16 February 2026 | 17:30 to 18:30hrs | |||
| Presentations | 23 February 2026 | 17:30 to 19:30hrs |
Lecturer
Lecture Summaries & Suggested Reading
Lecture 1 -Introduction to Risk Management
Overview of risk management principles, definitions, and its role in occupational health and safety. Introduces key terms like hazard, risk, control, and uncertainty.
The below learning objectives will be covered.
-Understand the concept of risk and its relevance in OHS. Recognize key components of a risk management framework.
- Identify common workplace hazards and assess associated risks
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
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Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 2 -Risk Assessment Methodologies
A range of risk assessment methods, including qualitative, quantitative approaches, providing foundational insight into how risks are evaluated in different workplace contexts.
The below learning objectives will be covered.
- Differentiate between types of risk assessments.
- Apply appropriate methodology to workplace scenarios.
- Interpret risk assessment outcomes
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 3 - Hazard Identification Techniques
Systematic approaches to identifying hazards in the workplace using tools like checklists, inspections, and job safety analysis.
The below learning objectives will be covered.
- Identify various types of workplace hazards.
- Use structured techniques for hazard identification.
- Document and communicate identified hazards effectively.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 4 -
-Understand the hierarchy of controls.
- Evaluate effectiveness of different control measures.
- Implement appropriate controls in workplace settings
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 5-Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Risk Management
- Identify key legal obligations related to OHS.
- Understand ethical principles in risk management.
- Apply legal and ethical standards to workplace scenarios.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 6 -Risk Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
- Recognise importance of stakeholder engagement.
- Develop effective risk communication plans.
- Facilitate collaborative risk management processes.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 7 - Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
- Summary: Introduces methods for investigating incidents and identifying root causes to prevent recurrence.
- Conduct incident investigations systematically.
- Apply root cause analysis techniques.
- Recommend corrective actions based on findings.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 8 - Risk Management in High-Risk Industries
- identify unique risks in high-risk industries
- apply industry – specific risk controls
- Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 9 -Psychosocial Risk And Mental Health
- Define psychosocial risks
- Assess mental health risks in the workplace
- Implement supportive interventions and controls
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 10 - Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning
- Develop emergency preparedness plans
- Coordinate response efforts effectively
- Evaluate emergency drills and simulations
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 11 -Monitoring and review Risk Controls
- Monitor effectiveness of risk controls
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits
- Implement continuous improvement startegies
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 12 -Safety Culture and Organizational Behavior
- Define safety culture and its components
- Assess organizational behaviour impacts on safety
- Promote positive safety culture initiatives
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 13 - Risk Management Standards and Frameworks
This lecture explores internationally recognized standards and frameworks that guide risk management practices in occupational health and safety. It emphasizes ISO 31000, ISO 45001, and other relevant guidelines, explaining how these frameworks ensure consistency and compliance across industries.
- Understand the purpose and scope of major risk management standards (ISO 31000, ISO 45001).
- Explain the principles and components of risk management frameworks.
- Apply standards to develop systematic risk management processes.
•Evaluate compliance requirements and their impact on organizational practices
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
- ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- British Safety Council – ISO 45001 Guide
- ISO 31000:2018 – Risk Management – Guidelines
- IRM – A Risk Practitioners Guide to ISO 31000:2018
Lecture 14 - Risk Management for Emerging Workplace Hazards
This lecture focuses on identifying and managing emerging hazards in modern workplaces. It covers technological advancements, new materials, and evolving work practices that introduce novel risks. Participants will learn proactive strategies for anticipating and mitigating these hazards before they escalate.
- Identify emerging workplace hazards (automation, robotics, nanomaterials, remote work ergonomics).
- Understand the risk implications of technological and organizational changes.
- Apply risk assessment methodologies to new and uncertain hazards.
- Develop proactive strategies for integrating emerging risks into existing risk management systems.
- Explore regulatory trends and standards addressing new workplace hazards.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Lecture 15 - Global Perspectives and Cultural Considerations
Examines how cultural differences and global contexts influence risk perception, communication, and implementation of health and safety practices. Includes case studies from multinational organizations.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
- ILO Guidelines on Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems (ILO-OSH 2001) Provides a global framework for OHS systems with cultural adaptability.
- ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems WHO Global Plan of Action on Workers’ HealthFocuses on health protection strategies across diverse cultural and economic settings.
Lecture 16 -Capstone Lecture: Integrating Risk Management in Practice
Brings together all concepts from previous lectures into a practical, integrated approach. Participants will work on developing a comprehensive risk management plan for a simulated high-risk scenario.
- Synthesize knowledge from all previous lectures into a cohesive framework.
- Develop a complete risk management plan, including assessment, controls, and monitoring.
- Apply stakeholder engagement and communication strategies in practice.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of proposed solutions through group discussion and case study analysis.
Core Reading List
- St. John Holt A (2009) Principles of Health and Safety at Work. IOSH.
- Boyle T (2018) Health and Safety: Risk Management. RoutledgeStranks J (2019) Health and Safety at Work: An Essential Guide for Managers. Kogan Page
- Gooch BT (2021) Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks. Wiley.
Supplementary Reading List
- Dekker S (2017) The Safety Anarchist: Relying on Human Expertise and Innovation, Reducing Bureaucracy and Compliance. Routledge
Methods of Assessment
Quiz (15% of final grade)
Assignment (60% of final grade)
Presentation (25% of final grade)
Quiz
There will be one online Quiz after the last lecture on Tuesday, 16th February, 2026, at 5.30 p.m. Information on how this will be carried out may be obtained by clicking on the button below. The Quiz will carry 15% of the final score.
Assignment
You are required to choose one of the three questions available in the Assignment Submission Form made available by clicking the button below. The assignment must be submitted no later than Thursday, 29 April 2027, along with the Assignment Submission Form. Please ensure that you indicate the question you have addressed on the Assignment Submission Form.
The Assignment Submission Form will be made available here at a later date.
For guidance on how to plan, draft, and submit your assignment, please refer to the 21 Academy presentation on Writing and Submitting Your Assignment by clicking the button below.
Writing and Submitting Your Assignment
We are also providing the 21 Academy's Assignments Rubric for your reference. This rubric is a performance-based assessment tool that tutors will use for grading, and it will help you understand the requirements of the assignment and how it will be assessed.
Presentation
You also have to prepare and deliver a 5-minute presentation on your assignment. The presentation will be delivered on the date indicated in the modules time table above.
A Presentation Rubric is being made available for your guidance below. This is a performance-based assessment tool. Tutors will use the rubric to assist them to allocate scoring while it allows students to understand what is required in the presentation and how your presentation will be graded.
Your presentation should be also be submitted in pdf format on Turnitin by not later than 24 hours before it is being delivered. Do not scan the presentation but convert/save it directly to pdf.
Note that the submitted presentations will be scanned for plagiarism.
Referencing Style
Your assignment and presentation should be referenced using the Harvard Referencing style. Please follow a short video, by clicking on the button below, to understand this referencing style.
Submitting Assignments and Presentations - Turnitin
The Academy will notify you via email when the assignment questions become available. Shortly after, you will receive another email from Turnitin, likely on the same day, confirming your enrolment in a "class" where you can upload your assignment(s).
Please ensure that your assignments are submitted no later than 23:59 on the assignment submission deadline, as indicated on the Assignment Submission form or in the Turnitin "class."
At 21 Academy, you have the option to submit multiple drafts before the final submission deadline. The version uploaded at the deadline will be treated as your final submission for assessment. Please note that Turnitin evaluates the same assignment twice within a 24-hour period, so any additional submissions during this time will not be reviewed until the 24-hour period has passed. Ensure that your final submission does not exceed 20% similarity, particularly when using direct quotations.
Follow this very short video to understand how to submit your assignment through Turnitin
To understand the similarity report generated by Turnitin follow this 1 minute video
Understanding the Similarity Report